Academics: Undergraduate Study : Simmons College

Physics

Have you ever asked "Why?" - why is the sky blue, why does the earth spin, why does ice float? Then Physics, most fundamental of the sciences, is for you. Physics allows us to acheive a deeper understanding into the basic, universal laws of the natural world.

It's Physics that brings us pacemakers, artificial limbs, integrated circuits, and rocket engines, and can lead to careers in medicine, law, engineering, and chemistry, just to name a few.

Communications

Communications is quickly becoming one of the most popular majors at Simmons - with good reason. Communications is a fascinating and complex discipline that spans design, writing, media, marketing, and everything in between.

Simmons Communication majors and minors confront the challenge of communication for the screen, the page, and the internet while gaining an understanding of the impact of the media on society and the individual.

Speak to the World

Studying languages unlocks a world of possiblities, revealing life and culture from around the world, and providing a deep understanding of the human experience.

Many Simmons students enrich their language study with study abroad experiences. The Modern Languages and Literatures department helps each student develop their interest in language whether she wants to add to her general breadth of knowledge or develop a career in the languages.

Chemistry

The study of chemistry is central to matter and life, and a Chemistry degree can take you many places, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, energy resources, advanced materials, environmental issues, just to name a few.

The Department of Chemistry at Simmons emphasizes hands-on preparation for the world of work and advanced study to help prepare our students build competence and confidence as professionals.

40 Majors

Simmons offers more than 40 Majors, and that's not including Minors, Programs, or the option to design your own major through the OPEN program.

Combined with our internship opportunities, indepedent study options, and fieldwork studies, you'll get an outstanding academic experience. And all taught by faculty who know you and care about your academic success.

Undergraduate Academics

Simmons provides a strong liberal arts foundation integrated with career preparation and global perspectives. Our interdisciplinary curriculum ensures that each student explores a variety of subjects, while gaining an in-depth theoretical and applied understanding of her major. All students take at least one course in each of the following modes of inquiry: creative and performing arts; language, literature, and culture; quantitative analysis and reasoning; scientific inquiry; social and historical perspectives; and psychological and ethical development. Students say Simmons's small classes, intellectual focus, and high level of faculty mentorship contribute to their confidence and success.

At Simmons, you will work closely with faculty who know your name and care about your success. You'll build your resume and gain professional experience through internships and independent study. You'll also have opportunities to take part in service-learning projects and study abroad programs that broaden your perspective and give you the skills and knowledge to make a difference in the world.

Majors and Minors

Choose from more than 40 majors and programs. Our most popular majors include nursing, psychology, biology, public relations and communications, sociology, education, art administration, physical therapy, pre-law, international relations, management and economics. Faculty advisors will help you create a plan that fulfills requirements and satisfies your personal and professional goals.

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Special Academic Programs

A variety of programs and opportunities allow students to pursue specific academic, professional, and life goals at Simmons, or at one of our affiliated colleges or universities in Boston, elsewhere in the United States, and abroad. These programs include:

Mentoring and Internships
Honors Program
Study Abroad
Service Learning
Advanced Degree Preparation, including Pre-Med, Pre-Law, and Integrated Bachelors/Graduate Programs
Colleges of the Fenway Network
and more...

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